Rod McKinkley, the chief operations officer for Oklahoma City Public Schools, resigned Friday.

In a statement, OKCPS superintendent Rob Neu said the district will be conducting a nationwide search for a replacement.

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Neu did not specify why McKinley resigned.

Read Neu's full statement below:

“Rod McKinley has resigned as Chief Operations Officer (COO) for Oklahoma City Public Schools (OKCPS) effective immediately. McKinley is well-respected among the District and the community and I value all the positive changes he brought to the OKCPS. The COO plays an important role in the day to day operations of this district; with our dedicated staff and collaboration with my leadership team I do not expect his departure will disrupt the support we provide our schools. We will conduct a national search for a replacement who will continue the momentum and operational assistance we provide our students, staff and community.”